1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1956 GAZ M-20 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Corona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |